Tennents Brook Dam
Key Takeaway
Tennents Brook Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 267 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00380 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Utility Service Affiliates (Perth Amboy) Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tennents Brook Dam?
Tennents Brook Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tennents Brook Dam?
Tennents Brook Dam is owned by Utility Service Affiliates (Perth Amboy) Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tennents Brook Dam built?
Tennents Brook Dam was completed in 1890, making it 136 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Tennents Brook Dam?
Tennents Brook Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tennents Brook Dam?
Tennents Brook Dam has a dam height of 9 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Tennents Brook Dam last inspected?
Tennents Brook Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.